19 september 2014
weekly guide
Salsa Workshop & Party Film Festivals Ladies Night @ Gallery Bar DJ Bay Tar rules @ Club Rizzoli
editor’s note Hello MYANMOREans It’s good to see that Chatrium Hotel and Sule Shangri-la Hotel have joined in the fun bus to make the nightlife scene more vibrant. DJ Bay Tar spins on weekends at Club Rizzoli. Gallery Bar now hosts a Ladies Night on Wednesdays. Lovers of Latin music, all your moanings are now answered! Weekend Latin music @ Club Rizzoli or nightly @ Club 5. A bonus - enjoy a whole day of Latin dance and music this Saturday with a workshop during the day and then dance the night away with an international instructor and DJ especially flown in for this event. Film enthusiasts, don’t miss the Wathann Film Festival and the European Film Festival. The Wathann Film Festival is a series of short films by local and international filmmakers. The European Film Festival will screen 10 movies from across Europe. Not to be missed. Check below for details or MYANMORE.COM
what’s on FRIDAY 19TH SEPT REGGAE NIGHT @ 50TH STREET BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Come and enjoy live Reggae music from our guest band! Make it a Reggae-licious Friday night! ? 9/13 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P FROM 8:30 PM
QUIZ NIGHT @ GALLERY BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Wanted, brain cells! Quiz Night at Gallery Bar, Sule Shangri-la Hotel starts from 7pm. Take part, mingle with friends and challenge your brain with fun questions! ? Sule Shangri-La Hotel - 223 Sule Pagoda Rd (opposite Sakura Tower) | P FROM 7:00 PM The 3rd Quiz NIght by Sule Shangri-la looks set to be a biggie.
LATIN SPIRITS @ CLUB RIZZOLI - NIGHTLIFE
Come & dance the night away with latin dancer Gisbert and music by DJ Bay Tar. Enjoy Sangrias @ $5 per glass all night. ? Chatrium Hotel - 40, Natmauk Rd, Tamwe Tsp | P FROM 7:00 PM Fans of Latin music now have abso nothing to complain about. Ghizzy performs with his smooth moves and the uber-cool DJ Bay Tar whips up the beats.
JAZZ & BLUE NIGHT @ GEKKO | NIGHTLIFE
Jazz & Blues event with the guitar. Come down and enjoy the night! Performance by Aaron Gallegos Trio! ? 535, Merchant St, Kyauktada Tsp (same building with Lokanat Galleries) | P FROM 7:00 PM
FRIDAY PARTY @ THE RENDEZ – VOUS | NIGHTLIFE
The Friday Party brings you great music from international DJs, an undercover dancefloor and bar in the open surroundings gardens with fantastic food! P France Institute - 340, Pyay Road, Sanchaung Tsp (Close by Hanthar Waddy Bus stop) | P FROM 7:00 PM
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what’s on THE YANGON VIBE @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE
Resident DJ Mr Y is spinning for your pleasure: R&B, Hip Hop and party anthems to dance to and sing along with all night. The benchmark party of Yangon. ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P 10:00 PM - TILL LATE
FRIDAY 19TH - 21ST 2ND YANGON INTERNATIONAL TRADE EXHIBITION 2014 | BUSINESS The 2nd Yangon International Trade Exhibition, organized by Dagon Exhibitions Limited includes exhibits on cosmetics, health products, electronics, home decor, automobiles plus job opportunities. All are welcome! ? Tatmadaw Hall - U Wisara Rd (Next to Minder Ground), Dagon Tsp | P 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
FOR THE PEACE ART EXHIBITION - ART
Paintings, installations and performances of over 70 artists will be exhibited. ? River Ayeyarwaddy Gallery - 134, 35th Street, Middle Block, Kyauktada Tsp | P 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SATURDAY 20TH SEPT ROCK RESISTANCE LIVE MUSIC | STAGE
Enjoy Myanmar’s famous singers! Live performances by Htoo Ae Lin, G-Latt, Naw Naw, Htun Eaindra Bo, Irene Zin Mar Myint and many more! Tickets @ Ko Ko Nyi Nyi Hair Saloon (Dagon Center) - 7,000Ks & 25,000Ks! ? National Theatre - Myoma Kyaung St, Dagon Tsp | P FROM 6:30 PM
SALSA DAY @ CLUB 5 | ACTIVITY & NIGHTLIFE
Make it a sizzling Salsa Saturday! Salsa Workshop (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) and Salsa Party (8:30 PM – 2:00 AM) with a Colombian Band and a DJ from Bangkok to spice up your evening! For details and costs – 01 250 388 ? Parkroyal Hotel – 33, Alan Pya Pagoda Rd, Dagon Tsp | P FROM 9:00 AM
JAZZ NIGHT @ ZEAL CAFE & RESTAURANT | NIGHTLIFE
Performance by Magic Strings Jazz Band. The Jazz & Saturday Night is perfect match for you to hang out with your friends! Ph: 09-731 27280. ? 99, Myay Nu St, Sanchaung Tsp | P FROM 7:30 PM
MEXICAN NIGHT @ AMERICAN CLUB | DINING
The American Club hosts a Mexican Night with a spectacular array of Mexican dishes buffet-style! US$20/person! RSVP – 01 660 244. ? 27, Malikha Rd (Close by Shwe Sa Bwe Restaurant) | P 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
PITCHERS PUNCHES @ CLUB RIZZOLI | NIGHTLIFE
20% savings on their Cocktail Punch of the Night. Live percussion performance by Junny & Friend. ? Chatrium Hotel - 40, Natmauk Rd, Tamwe Tsp | P 7:00 PM
ANDRE EMIL & MICHAEL ABERG @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE
Back to back, these two Swedish/Indonesian DJs are going to spin a wide variety of genre, from soulful house to disco. Get ready, it's going to be a great Saturday night! ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P 10:00 PM - TILL LATE
what’s on SUNDAY 21ST SEPT WDR – WHO DA REAL! @ G9 CLUB | STAGE
Real Underground Hip Hop Event. Enjoy live hip hop music by Myanmar’s youth hip hoppers! Special Guest Lil – Z! ? Shwe Dagon Pagoda rd, Theingyi Zay D-Bld, 6th Flr, Latha Tsp (upper floor of Mingalar Cinema) | P 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
GREEN PARTY @ GREEN GALLERY | DINING
Green Party is on again! Good-mood music, yummy food and nice chats - what else do you need on a rainy sunday afternoon? ? No 58, 52nd Street Lower Block | P FROM 5:00 PM
GLOBAL HARMONIES SINGING SESSION | ACTIVITY
It's time for another round of glorious harmonies. Open to everyone whether you're a serious singer or a shower singer! ? France Institute - 340, Pyay Road, Sanchaung Tsp (Close by Hanthar Waddy Bus stop) | P 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
MONDAY 22ND SEPT QUIZ NIGHT @ 50 STREET BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Free pitcher of beer for every round winning team! Competition intensifies every week. ? 9/13 50th st, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P 8:00 PM - ONWARDS
MONDAY BLUES @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE
Come enjoy a unique Blues show in Yangon. There's always a space for other musicians during second part. ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P FROM 9:30 PM
TUESDAY 23RD SEPT TUESDAY SNIPPETS @ PANSODAN GALLERY | ACTIVITY
Every Tuesday evening Pansodan opens up its Gallery Space for a gathering for all sorts of people who enjoy conversations and perhaps some beer until late at night. ? 286 Pansodan Road (Close by Ruby Mart) | P FROM 7:00 PM
WINE & CHEESE @ MOJO | DINING
The Cheese Platter is back! Enjoy 20% discount to our new selections. Then explore French wine for 12,000Ks - 3 wines and paired snacks. ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 24TH SEPT LIVE MUSIC @ 50TH STREET BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Come and hear their resident band doing great cover songs! ? 9/13 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P FROM 8:00 PM
GIRLS NIGHT OUT @ GALLERY BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Enjoy unlimited servings of Mandalay Sours and chocolate dipped temptations while gossiping with your girlfriends! ? Sule Shangri-La Hotel - 223 Sule Pagoda Rd (opposite Sakura Tower) | P 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM So the Gallery Bar has jumped into the Ladies Night bandwagon! Mandalay Sours on the house!
GIRLS NIGHT OUT @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE
Meet your besties, sip a complimentary cocktail while enjoying the groovy tunes of our resident DJ Mr.Y and get your nails done - for FREE! ? 135 Inya Rd (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P 8:00 PM - TILL LATE
what’s on WEDNESDAY 24TH - 28TH WATHANN FILM FESTIVAL @ THE YANGON GALLERY | ART
Here is a chance to see a lot of amazing short films (both international and local) made by independent filmmakers. See movie schedule @ MYANMORE.COM! ? People Park, Ahlone Rd (Beside the entrance of My Garden Restaurant) | P 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Short films are always compelling and thought-provoking. Not to be missed!
WEDNESDAY 24TH - 27TH INDIA PRODUCT SHOW @ TATMADAW HALL | BUSINESS
The leading Indian export show in Southeast Asia. The lead organizer is the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry. More info @ www.indiaproductshow.com. ? U Wisara Rd (Next to Minder Ground), Dagon Tsp | P FROM 9:00 AM
THURSDAY 25TH SEPT FOLK ON FIRE WITH L'N'R BAND @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE
Left ‘N’ Right Band is a new local band in town. From folk to reggae, oldies to Top 40’s, they will light up your night ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P FROM 9:30 PM
THURSDAY 25TH - 27TH MITA MYANMAR | BUSINESS
Investment, trade and technology, conference, workshop & exhibition organized in association with Embassy of India, Yangon. Check @ MYANMORE.COM for ticket info ? UMFCCI – Min Ye Kyaw Swar St (Near by Taw Win Shopping Center) | P FROM 8:30 AM
THURSDAY 25TH - 5TH OCT EUROPEAN FILM FESTIVAL @ IFB | ART & ACTIVITY
The 23rd edition of the European Film Festival takes place in Yangon! 10 movies from France, Switzerland, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy and Great Britain will be screened ? 340, Pyay Road, Sanchaung Tsp (Close by Hanthar Waddy Bus stop) | P 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM The European Film Festival right here in Yangon! 10 movies from many nations spread over 2 weeks.
CONTEMPORARY DIALOGUES YANGON | ART & ACTIVITY
Organized by Flux Kit, Contemporary Dialogues Yangon is an international, interdisciplinary festival about contemporary art and contemporary cultures in Myanmar. ? Various locations (Check here - contemporarydialogues.tumblr.com) | P 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM FOR MORE UPDATES GO TO MYANMORE.COM
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This postcard is of the once prosperous De Souza Pharmacy building. This building is still standing in Mahabandoola Road (old address was 475 Dalhousie Street), just west of Sule Pagoda. It is now occupied by the Accounts Division of Myanmar Posts and Telecommunications. The postcard was printed before 1964 as the Maung Ko & Bros Watch showroom is still shown. On the opposite side would be the A Swe Daw watch showroom. The signs on the De Souza building read, "You can rely on De Souza for the genuine medicine.” Rangoon was once home to a community of Goans (from then Portuguese Goa). De Souza Pharmacy was one of the biggest Goan businesses in the city. Unfortunately the portico on the building was demolished. There was a dental clinic run by Mr de Souza in the building where my parents use to take me for my dental check-ups or treatment up till 1963; after which Mr de Souza had to close his clinic and leave the country. At the time Dr/Mr de Souza's dental clilnic was the best in Yangon and was very smart. Credit: Harry Hpone Thant & Bob Percival http://opening-up-burma-travel.info/
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Club Rizzoli Relaunching Party @ CHATRIUM hotel
12th september 2014 Photos by the pictureman
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Shut up & Dance @ MOJO
13th september 2014 Photos by the pictureman
photo of the week Strike a "Phoe Si" DESCRIPTION Taken during my first circular train ride in Yangon somewhere before Insein Station. This is how a daily commute would be like for these Myanmar kids. Their mom was just so happy to see them playing with the camera. CREDIT Karlo Pobre http://instagram.com/karlopobre
in cinemas (19th - 25th sept)
THE PURGE : ANARCHY (2D)
Nay Pyi Daw Cinema (01 251277) (Opposite Sule Shangri-La Hotel) Mingalar San Pya Cineplex – 0973176000
STEPUP All IN (3D)
Nay Pyi Daw Cinema (01 251277) (Opposite Sule Shangri-La Hotel) Mingalar Cinema @ Dagon Center 2 (0973254091)
THE SWIMMERS (Thai Horror)
Shae Saung Cinema (01 252113) (close to Nay Pyi Daw Cinema) Mingalar San Pya Cineplex – 0973176000
THE WHITE HAIRED WITCH OF LUNAR KINGDOM (3D)
Nay Pyi Daw Cinema (01 251277) (Opposite Sule Shangri-La Hotel)
INTO THE STORM (2D)
Shae Saung Cinema (01 252113) (close to Nay Pyi Daw Cinema) SHOW TIME 10 AM, 12.30 PM, 3.30 PM, 6.30 PM & 9.30 PM. Timings subject to change. Please call to reconfirm and book your tickets in advance via phone
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KITCHEN INSPIRATION
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ITALIAN RESTAURANT AND BAR BY DANIEL ALEXANDER ROCA WHAT IT IS: Chef Massimiliano delighted us one afternoon with a sampling of some of the dishes that can be found in his new menu at L’Opera. He’s trimmed it down, spruced it up, and injected a little bit of his own flair to keep the options authentic and up-to-date. With new, exciting places popping up almost every week, this might be just what is needed to keep this institution young and relevant. ATMOSPHERE: If you haven’t spent an evening dining in the lakeside garden at L’Opera, do yourself a favor and add that item onto your Yangon to-do-list. The ambience alone is worth an hour of my time—golden light peeking from behind lacquered umbrellas with soft music plucked from an acoustic six-string. It is spacious and serene, and if you’ve read my reviews then you know I’m a sucker for jazzy little scenes like this one. With the rains continuing to wane, now is the right time to ditch those cluttered indoor eateries and spend some time in the fresh air. RECOMMENDATION: Chef Massimiliano entertained us with quite an array of food—more than we can possibly fit into this review. At the top of our list was the Polpo Fritto su Crema di Fagioli e Rucola (Fried Octopus served on a bed of sweet creamed bean and topped with rocket and lemon). This hot appetizer was the most surprising thing I’ve tasted in months, not to mention impressive to look at. Who doesn’t want to feel like a brute knifing into a curled sprawl of purple tentacles? I do. A crispy outer skin screens a soft, salty interior that somehow yields to the sour lightness of the rocket and lemon. The sweetness of the creamed bean loiters around at the end, teasing you for another bite. Our next favorite was the Risotto agli Asparagi e Zola (Asparagus and Zola Blue Cheese Risotto). Creamy and sharp on the palate, the addition of the blue cheese made this dish a little edgier than your typical savory risotto. Lastly, the Costolette d’Agnello con Mandorle e Semi di Finocchio (Grilled breaded lamb chops with almonds and fennel seeds) brought out a more playful attitude for this meat dish, the almonds and fennel highlighting the sweeter notes of the lamb. PRICE: Dishes range from $15-$30 No 62D, U Htun Nyein St, Mayangone Tsp | 01 66 55 16, 09 7303 07 Open daily from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm and from 6:00 am to 10:30 pm
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ARTIST profile Han Tin Swe Han Tin Swe (born 1958) is a famous illustration artist for many books and magazines. His paintings depict outdoor scenes through his own visual language and perspective, using vibrant, enchanting colours, and a style drawing on the aesthetic of Japanese coloured woodcuts.
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